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Earlier this month, Nashville District Attorney Glenn Funk confirmed his office was looking into allegations that Locke had misused state funds during an affair with another state employee.

Locke is accused of having an affair with Sejal West, formerly the deputy commissioner of TDMHSAS. West, who is now employed as program director, has also been placed on administrative leave, pending an investigation into misuse of tax dollars.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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